Students and teachers of Simms Primary School, Long Island, called upon Her Excellency Dame Marguerite Pindling, Governor General,  at Government House on Wednesday, May 23, 2018. 

(BIS Photo/Letisha Henderson)...

Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture the Hon. Michael Pintard brought the official remarks at the opening of the 34th Annual Frank “Pancho” Rahming Primary School Track and Field Championship, on Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at the original Thomas A. Robinson Track and Field Stadium.  Among those taking part in the opening for the national meet were Director of Sports Timothy Munnings, Meet Director Mike Sands, Bahamas Association of Certified Officials (BACO) member Renee Davis, the Royal Bahamas Defence Force Band and various students...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Hon. Hubert A. Minnis applauded Baha Mar for contributing to the economy and acclaiming local art at the official opening ceremony for Rosewood Baha Mar on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

Over the coming weeks, RBC will be enhancing its Merchant Services across the Caribbean region by enabling RBC point-of-sale devices with contactless payment acceptance, or “Tap” as it is more commonly referred to. RBC is the first bank in the Caribbean to offer this for merchants across the region.

“We are proud to be taking these next steps with contactless acceptance in our markets,” said Rob Johnston, Head, Caribbean Banking, RBC...

At the launch of Tug Services Limited (TSL)’s two new tugs, CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Managing Director (Bahamas & TCI) applauded the company for making an “instrumental” move to help build the Bahamian economy.

The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) and the FAO Subregional Office for the Pacific Islands (FAO SAP) in Samoa are collaborating to host the Pacific-Caribbean Nearshore FAD Fisher Exchange – a 12-day study tour in three Caribbean countries.

Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames brings remarks during the Graduation Ceremony for the National Neighborhood Watch Council Training Program, on May 14, 2018, at the Police College Auditorium.  More than 50 persons from various communities throughout New Providence graduated in that first group, with training sessions planned for communities throughout the country.  (BIS Photo / Eric Rose)

Vera Watkins (left) was sworn in as Acting Chief Justice of the Supreme Court by Governor General Her Excellency Dame Marguerite Pindling during a brief ceremony at Government House on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

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Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames addressed the New Entry 55 & Woman Entry 24 Passing Out Parade at the Royal Bahamas Defence Force Base on May 18, 2018 at which there were 111 recruits who completed 18 weeks of basic New Entry training.  Minister Dames is pictured seated centre, with Commander of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force Commodore Tellis Bethel, centre left.  Minister Dames is also inspecting the guard, and presenting awards to Marine Recruit Phenton Miller, winner of Training Officer Award; Marine Recruit William Murphy, winner of Best Male Recruit Award; and Marine Recruit Christin Reckley, winner of Best Female Recruit Award...

St. Andrew's Anglican School student Naima Nixon sings a slow-tempo rendition of the song "Cups", during the E. Clement National Arts Festival Exuma Adjudications, held at St. Andrew's Anglican Church, George Town, Exuma, on May 15, 2018.  The song is a modern version of the Carter Family's 1931 "When I'm Gone" and was featured in the movie "Pitch Perfect".  Naima listens intently to Music Adjudicator Trent Elliott Davis as he gives tips on song choices that best showcase her voice, and on stage mannerisms.  (BIS Photos/Eric Rose)

During his monthly visit to Grand Bahama on Friday, May 18, Prime Minister, Dr. the Hon. Hubert Minnis, toured the family-owned ‘Goombay Land’ facility.

Nurses of the Department of Public Health celebrated Nurses Month 2018 with a fun night at Mario's Bowling and Family Entertainment Palace, recently.  Eight teams competed for a Floating Trophy donated by Bahamas National Breastfeeding Association (BNBA).  A team from Princess Margaret Hospital also participated. The Floating Trophy was won by the combined team of Blue Hill Road and Coconut Grove clinics. Teams wore these colours:Blue Hill Road/Coconut Grove Clinics -- Blue, Nursing Administration -- Lavender...

The Governor General, Her Excellency Dame Marguerite Pindling, centre, hosted a medal presentation ceremony for Family Island Nominees of the 'Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year' at Government House on Friday evening, May 18, 2018.  The students are pictured proudly displaying their medals and trophies.  At centre-right is Dr. Ricardo Deveaux, president and CEO of the Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Foundation. 

(BIS Photo/Letisha Henderson)...

The E. Clement Bethel National Arts Festival, in conjunction with the Ministry of Education, held a workshop session for Exuma teachers at the L. N. Coakley High School, in Moss Town.  It was an opportunity for the team, led by Senior Cultural Officer Sonovia Pierre, to listen to concerns from the educators, as well as give pointers as to what is expected in the various disciplines for next year.  Among those making presentations were Drama Adjudicator and Cultural Icon Philip Burrows, Dance Adjudicator and Cultural Icon Lawrence Carroll...

The recent introduction of the Register of Beneficial Ownership Bill, 2018 in the House of Assembly, provided the Government of The Bahamas with an opportunity to take a proactive stance against certain global initiatives the country is currently facing with regards to the financial services industry.

Minister of Education, the Hon. Jeffrey Lloyd declared that we need the best and brightest in technical and vocational fields as he delivered keynote remarks at the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute’s (BTVI) Commencement Ceremony at Melia Nassau Beach on Friday, May 18, 2018.

The University of The Bahamas Commencement Ceremony honours and celebrates the hard work, dedication and perseverance of our students who are proudly crossing the threshold to become graduates of our beloved institution. As a time-honoured tradition, Commencement has special significance for all academic communities and ours is no different...

Yesterday was an infamous day for democracy in the Americas. Faced with the strength of democracy in the regional consciousness, the dictator Maduro tried – without success – to give a democratic veneer to his totalitarian regime.

As the market for direct airlift from European countries has expanded throughout The Islands Of The Bahamas, Grand Bahama Island has steadily become the destination of choice when it comes to attracting the Italian visitor.